Registered Echo Tech. EKG 7591 #13260 INTERNAL

Oroville Hospital•Oroville, CA

21d•$50 - $67

About The Position

The Registered Echo Tech performs quality echocardiographic studies as ordered by the physicians as well as the performance of all other non-invasive cardiac procedures within the Cardiology Department. These services further the mission of Oroville Hospital, which is to provide high quality, cost effective healthcare for the people in the communities we serve.

Requirements

Satisfactory completion of an accredited non-invasive cardiovascular training program, with a focus in echocardiography and/or vascular studies
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS), Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS)
Current (BLS/CPR) from the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross for Healthcare Providers
Satisfactory completion of a recognized course in arrhythmia detection
Six(6) months experience as a registered echocardiography or vascular tech
Must have ability to perform quality and compete echocardiogram studies and possess excellent organizational skills to perform in a fast paced environment
Must demonstrate the ability to prioritize and organize daily assignments of the job
Must have a working knowledge of other departmental procedures and equipment
Must have the ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally
Must demonstrate basic computer skills to perform date entry
Must be able to fulfill the essential functions of the position

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years experience as a registered echocardiography or vascular tech preferred
Experience in other aspects of non-invasive testing to include CCVT preferred
Pediatric cardiovascular experience preferred

Responsibilities

Demonstrates a commitment to professionalism while undertaking all tasks and in all interactions with patients, clients, physicians, facility staff and the community at large
Demonstrates competence in performance of echocardiographic studies
Performs echocardiographic studies considering the age-specific physiological, emotional and cognitive needs of the patient
Consistently performs quality Doppler and color Doppler Exams
Acquires quality Stress Echo and Dobutamine images according to Physician and benchmark standards
Performs quality Trans esophageal echocardiograms according to physician expectations
Maintains competence in all other procedures performed in the Cardiology Department
Demonstrates understanding of cardiac disease processes in order to obtain complete acquisition of images for clinical diagnosis by the reading cardiologist
Reports pertinent information or changes of patients condition to physician, nurse and/or supervisor/senior tech incorporating age-specific information
Has a basic understanding of acquired images
Reports findings or concerns to reading physician for prompt interpretation
Records preliminary interpretation of studies on patient worksheet incorporating age-specific information. Documents patient information and processes reports accurately and timely
Notifies the reading cardiologist of any referral studies to be read
Performs all related processing required for each completed study
Educates patients and/or patients family regarding procedures performed and communicates effectively with patient and/or family
Uses the Patient Care Information System with accuracy to enter patient charges
Assists Central Scheduling with the accurate scheduling of patient appointments
Covers on-call schedule as assigned following departmental procedures
Maintains equipment including cleaning and disinfecting according to department procedure
Identifies problems with equipment and notifies appropriate resources for diagnosis and repair and assists with evaluation of new equipment
Active in assessing own knowledge and skill level
Maintains personal education file and is able to speak on accomplishments during annual performance appraisal
Participates in and contributes to departmental quality assurance program as demonstrated by participation at department staff meetings and active involvement in performance improvement projects
Performs job duties in a caring, competent and professional manner that is driven by needs of the customers
Ability to handle multiple priorities while remaining calm, focused and committed to excellence
Demonstrates pride and respect for the organization and self, adheres to departmental dress code while maintaining and organized and clean work environment
Demonstrates the ability to work as a team member, valuing collaborative communication and cooperation
Demonstrates knowledge of policies and procedures as they relate to job duties needed for documentation as required by accrediting and regulatory standards
Demonstrates cost containment with all resources
Demonstrates the ability to utilize the appropriate lines of communication when concerns arise
Performs other duties as assigned